NLPSC HISTORY

The metamorphosis of North Luzon Philippines State College as a public higher education institution in the Second District of Ilocos Sur can be traced in its humble, yet glorious history.  

The institution evolved in 1975 from a small community college known as Candon Community College (CCC) which offered non-degree courses, the midwifery and the secretarial course.

Through a bill sponsored by then-Congressman, Hon. Eric D. Singson, Candon Community College sought integration to the University of Northern Philippines in Vigan, Ilocos Sur; hence, Republic Act 6744 effected the establishment of CCC-University of Northern Philippines Branch on August 11, 1989. Read more...